impudent
Adjective
Hard difficulty
What does “impudent” mean?
adjective.not showing due respect for another person; impertinent.
SAT Usage
this term is typically used in contexts involving social interactions or conflicts, often highlighting themes of disrespect or defiance. It emphasizes a boldness that crosses the line into rudeness, distinguishing itself from similar words like "brazen," which implies audacity without necessarily carrying the same connotation of disrespect.
Common Confusions
Impudent implies a boldness that is disrespectful, while audacious usually suggests a daringness that may not necessarily involve rudeness.
Do not choose impudent if the context emphasizes politeness or respect rather than not showing due respect for another person; impertinent.
Example Sentences
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The impudent children would not stop talking in class.
Word Parts: How to Remember “impudent”
Break “impudent” into its parts: in- (not). Knowing roots like these helps you decode unfamiliar SAT vocabulary.
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Prefix:
in-not (Latin)